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ART 3390 - Sculpture: Textiles + CNC

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

In this course, students will learn how to use sewing machines and Computer Numeric Control (CNC) equipment. Students will learn methods for creating three-dimensional forms with textiles, and how to design for and run CNC tools and other vector-based digital fabrication equipment. Students will research sculptors who use similar fabrication methods and share their findings with the class. Upon successful completion of this course, students will fabricate a personal sculpture that incorporates components made using both sewing techniques and CNC cutting.

Prerequisites: ART 1190 - Sculpture: Armatures + Welding , and Chair Approval 

Notes: (Formerly FAS 3350 Sculpture III, FAS 4991 Sculpture III: Directed Studies, FAS 4150 Sculpture III: Directed Studies, ART 3270 Sculpture III)

Campus Only.



Course Learning Outcomes:
  • Operate a sewing machine to create a 3D form with textiles.
  • Design digital paths for a CNC tool.
  • Operate CNC equipment.
  • Fabricate a sculpture that includes textiles and components created from CNC equipment. 

ART 3390 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric    


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